Results for tag: "Diiodomethane"

Diiodomethane, also known as methylene iodide, is a chemical compound used in a variety of industrial applications. It is a colorless, volatile liquid with a sweet, ether-like odor. It is used as a solvent, a reagent in organic synthesis, and a fumigant. It is also used in the production of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and photographic chemicals. Diiodomethane is produced by the reaction of iodine and methyl chloride. It is a highly toxic compound and is classified as a hazardous air pollutant by the US Environmental Protection Agency. It is also classified as a carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. The diiodomethane market is driven by the increasing demand for pharmaceuticals, dyes, and photographic chemicals. The growing demand for fumigants in the agricultural sector is also expected to drive the market. Some of the major companies in the diiodomethane market include BASF SE, Dow Chemical Company, AkzoNobel, Solvay, and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company. Show Less Read more